Does Valentine's Day get you down? Take heart: there's enough love to go
around. You sent in 60+ latte art photos this week and, shucks, we're
feeling all warm and fuzzy inside! But that's enough fluff — let's talk
business.

We've reviewed the entries, tallied your votes, and applied an advanced
algorithm to determine who deserves the prize. Folks, we have a winner.

Ever had a really great latte at a coffee shop and wondered how you could replicate it at home? There are a handful of ways to make a superb latte in your own kitchen; our favorite by far is the Bellman stovetop steamer.

Dust off those milk pitchers and get ready to pour: it's Latte Hearts time again! Join us for another year of free-pouring fun over on Instagram, where you can show off your skills and win some sweet prizes. Even if you're a novice, we'd still encourage you to submit your work and have a little fun!

Sorry for the delay, but this is my first day back in the office since the
Bash. First off... wow! What an awesome success! So many people showed up and
so much great coffee was consumed. Congrats to Chris Heiniger and Kenny Smith
who took first and second place in the latte art competition, and a HUGE thank
you to Chris Deferio for driving down from Muncie and gracing us with his
coffee expertise.

There are so many more people to thank. I'm not sure where to begin and I'm
sure that I will forget somebody. Here goes, thank you to:

Coffee on ice continues to be a growing trend in the US, and naturally factions have grown around the various favored brewing methods. We now have cold brew in abundance, canned coffee beverages, and copious ways to chill the hot stuff too.
So, what's the consensus?

Pioneering a new front for specialty coffee, pour over brewing represents
the intersection of artistry and excellence. In this guide, we set out to
examine the available options and scrutinize them side by side.

Fresh from the vaults of innovation, the Forté has arrived. So what's the
chatter about? This review will get you close and cozy with Baratza's newest
grinder, where you'll find out if it's really hot stuff — or all hype.

Every trade has its tools, and that of manual coffee-making is no exception.
One of the most important tools — especially for pour-over brewing — is the
kettle. And, if you ask us, these are the best ones out there.

If brewing coffee were a Broadway play, one’s grinder would perform the lead role, and Baratza would be one of the most trusted talent agencies. That’s why we have sought to give each of Baratza’s grinders their fair share of stage time, so that you can make an informed
decision when casting the leading role in your brewing setup.

Our Black Friday deals are now live! Shop and save on coffee gear from the comfort of your own home or on-the-go with your smartphone. Get the gear you've been eyeing at a price you'll love! But hurry, these deals won't last long.

It’s a little hard to believe it, but we’re mere weeks away from 2017 drawing to a close. It’s been a busy year around these parts,
with trade shows in Seattle and Milan, a CoffeeChamps Preliminary right here in Louisville, and of course plenty of new and fun coffee